The Conscience of a Libertarian: Empowering the Citizen Revolution with God, Guns, Gambling, and Tax Cuts

Libertarian-conservative solutions to the political, social, economic and tax issues facing the United States from a 2012 Third Party Presidential contender, as well as one of America's leading Tea Party political leadersIn today's uncertain economy, people are growing more and more concerned about their financial future, and looking for common sense, limited government soLibertarian-conservative solutions to the political, social, economic and tax issues facing the United States from a 2012 Third Party Presidential contender, as well as one of America's leading Tea Party political leadersIn today's uncertain economy, people are growing more and more concerned about their financial future, and looking for common sense, limited government solutions. In "The Conscience of a Libertarian: Empowering the Citizen Revolution with God, Guns, Gold & Tax Cuts," 2008 Libertarian Party Vice Presidential nominee Wayne Allyn Root presents a passionate case for smaller government; dramatically reduced spending and taxes; States' Rights; free markets; adherence to the Constitution; an end to the Fed; a ban of bailouts, stimulus, earmarks, pork and corporate welfare; economic and personal freedom; and a return of power to the people, just as the Founding Fathers intended. The bookExplains why Obama's big government solutions are leading to a Great Depression II and a coming Citizen RevolutionProposes a one year "Income Tax Vacation," a permanent end to capital gains taxes, and detailed spending freezes and cuts across all levels of governmentProposes dramatic education reform centered on school choice, home-schooling, charter schools, teacher accountability, and parental freedomProposes unique reforms in the areas of health care, energy and the public sector (government employee unions)

"The Conscience of a Libertarian" reveals how Americans can take back their country from big government, big unions, big corporations, corrupt politicians, bureaucrats, lawyers and lobbyists....more

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I'm a conservative person with lilbertarian leanings and even I did not like this book. I didn't have a problem with any of Wayne Allen Root's beliefs, but the book seemed to be a lot of complaining. And much of the complaining was very drawn out. He takes 4 pages to state something that can be expressed in one paragraph. He does offer some solutions but he doesn't have any substance to back his beliefs. I would recommend reading John Stossel over this book. John Stossel gives facts in his booksI'm a conservative person with lilbertarian leanings and even I did not like this book. I didn't have a problem with any of Wayne Allen Root's beliefs, but the book seemed to be a lot of complaining. And much of the complaining was very drawn out. He takes 4 pages to state something that can be expressed in one paragraph. He does offer some solutions but he doesn't have any substance to back his beliefs. I would recommend reading John Stossel over this book. John Stossel gives facts in his books, sure he may not give all the facts and the facts support his belief, but at least he has something to back him up. And whether or not you agree with Stossel, his facts definitely prove that other aspects should be considered. Since Wayne Allen Root doesn't present any hard facts, it is easy for a non-libertarian to completely dismiss his ideas. I just didn't think the book had much substance and I thought it was too long and the fact that I noticed grammer errors didn't help....more

When an Author says, "Whoever developed the Medicaid plan should be shot for treason" I automatically like the book. For those still voting party because you are asleep or drunk please pick up this book.Libertarians or Losertarians (because they lose elections) are not a force in the political arena even though the majority of their ideas are shared by a large part of Americans when they hear them stated. Something has to change and most of the ideas in this book are excellent, and worthy of youWhen an Author says, "Whoever developed the Medicaid plan should be shot for treason" I automatically like the book. For those still voting party because you are asleep or drunk please pick up this book.Libertarians or Losertarians (because they lose elections) are not a force in the political arena even though the majority of their ideas are shared by a large part of Americans when they hear them stated. Something has to change and most of the ideas in this book are excellent, and worthy of your time to consider.

There are four general topics Root addresses:

1. The revolution brewing in the people of the US.2. The nightmare policies destroying the US.3. Solutions for the mess we are in today.4. How to protect our rights.

This book offers many ideas on taming the beast that is the federal goverment. Here are 3 I personally loved.

1. All bills that congress wants to pass must be read aloud on the floor of congress. (brilliant) *imagine these pinheads reading the healthcare bill...ha ha ha ha2. Develop a taxpayers union. (big and powerful that wants to squash government and keep our money)3. The President using the impoundment clause to stop wasteful spending by congress.

The book is more of an appeal for LP members to give W.A.R. the nod for the Presidential ticket by claiming that he is closer to Republicanism then most Libertarians. He cites Berry Goldwater as his direct influence - which bleeds through the paper - and creates possible solutions for problems with a libertarian flare. It shows, most notably but indirectly, how impossible a LP candidate will fare in an election simply because the solutions are so radical. While many of these solutions will findThe book is more of an appeal for LP members to give W.A.R. the nod for the Presidential ticket by claiming that he is closer to Republicanism then most Libertarians. He cites Berry Goldwater as his direct influence - which bleeds through the paper - and creates possible solutions for problems with a libertarian flare. It shows, most notably but indirectly, how impossible a LP candidate will fare in an election simply because the solutions are so radical. While many of these solutions will find support from the left and the right, the combination of "solutions" in this order alienates both sides of the aisle and leaves the reader understanding why he or she is not voting LP this year. An unintended consequence of the author, but one that he should have been aware of from the get go....more

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click here.An excellent, well-written book. Wayne Allen Root has solidified my heart and mind as a Libertarian. This book is full of pragmatism, wit and humor. Root legitimizes Libertarians who are fiscally conservative, socially tolerant individuals that want government less intrusive and more respective of our individual rights with a renewed commitment to our Constitution as it was intended. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is disenchanted, disenfranchised and outraged at the current state ofAn excellent, well-written book. Wayne Allen Root has solidified my heart and mind as a Libertarian. This book is full of pragmatism, wit and humor. Root legitimizes Libertarians who are fiscally conservative, socially tolerant individuals that want government less intrusive and more respective of our individual rights with a renewed commitment to our Constitution as it was intended. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is disenchanted, disenfranchised and outraged at the current state of our country's economy and governance. ...more

It's passionate, energetic, outraged, and sometimes controversial. The book is long and often reads like a detailed campaign brochure, but it is full of reforms aimed at reducing government's size and spending. Root's life is an interesting parallel with President Barack Obama's life, but while Obama believes that government can solve all our problems, Root believes that we can solve our own problems.